Kenneth Okonkwo
Kenneth Okonkwo is a Nigerian actor, lawyer and politician, known for his role in the movie Living in Bondage as Andy Okeke. He was born in Nsukka, Enugu State, Nigeria, to Ozioko Francis Okonkwo and Beatrice Okonkwo.
Education
Okonkwo's educational journey began with his primary education, followed by his first higher learning qualifications from St. Theresa College. He then attended the University of Nigeria, where he earned a degree in Business Administration and Law. Furthering his studies, he obtained a Master's degree in International Law and Diplomacy from the same institution, he also obtained a Fellowship from the Chartered Institute of Economics.In addition to his formal education, Okonkwo also pursued theological studies at the Nigerian Bible School, earning a certificate in Theology and training as a Bible scholar and Minister of God.
Career
In 2013, he won the Africa [Movie Academy Award] on a Special Recognition of Pillars of Nollywood. In 2015, he was given a special recognition award by the organisers of the City People Entertainment Awards for his contribution to the growth of entertainment in Nigeria.In October 2022, the Labour Party (Nigeria) announced Okonkwo, alongside Ndi Kato, Nana Kazaure, Yunusa Tanko, Dele Fatorimi and Ime Ufot as the official spokespersons for the Peter Obi and Yusuf Datti presidential campaign. In February 2025, Okonkwo announced his exit from the Labour Party claiming it was not ready for the 2027 elections.
Personal life
He was first married to Ogechi Ezekiel, daughter of Pastor Ezekiel, General Overseer of Christian Pentecostal Mission International, in 2000. Their union was blessed with a son, Ifeanyi, but unfortunately ended in divorce two years later.Okonkwo found love again and remarried Ifeoma, with whom he shares a son, Kenechukwu Isaac Chukwuchirimeze Okonkwo.